Sizwe Dhlomo ignites conversation with his choices for the best SA albums from the past 30 years
Media personality Sizwe Dhlomo has stirred excitement across social platforms after unveiling what he considers to be the top South African albums of the past thirty years.
In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Sizwe pointed out four albums that he believes are particularly significant:
- Thandiswa Mazwai – Zabalaza
- TKZee – Halloween
- TearGas – Dark Or Blue
- Kabza De Small – KOA II Part 1
The tweet was met with a range of responses, as some users echoed his sentiments, while others believed certain iconic albums were overlooked.
Thandiswa Mazwai – Zabalaza
TKZee – Halloween
TearGas – Dark Or Blue
Kabza De Small – KOA II Part 1These are the greatest SA albums of the last 30 years!
— Sizwe Dhlomo (@SizweDhlomo) August 26, 2025
<p Established broadcaster Penny Lebyane added her perspective, proposing that albums like Moses Taiwa Molelekwa’s Genes and Spirit and Judith Sephuma’s A Cry, A Smile, A Dance should have been included.
A different commenter mentioned that Hugh Masekela’s Black to the Future warranted acknowledgment on the list, stating: “But without Hugh Masekela Black to the Future album your list is incomplete, Sizwe. All of them combined, they bow to this album.”
Others adopted a more measured view, recognizing that preferences vary and that such rankings will inevitably be open to debate.
One user remarked: “What we are missing in the comments is that everyone has their own preferences. Yes ke, others will put some facts depending on sales and whatever, but still, greatest will always be debatable.”
